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The Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) is a leader in advancing the science that demonstrates the positive roles that pets and other animals play in the integrated health of individuals, families and communities. Not only do we fund research, but we also make sure that published results are widely disseminated to help educate and inform as many people as possible.
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If you would like additional information about HABRI or need a human-animal bond scientific expert, please contact:
Tierra Bonaldi or Jamie Baxter at 775.322.4022, tierra@theimpetusagency.com, jamie@theimpetusagency.com
Recent Press Releases
June 17, 2019
Turn Your Office Into A ‘Woofice’
March 14, 2019
Therapy Dogs Improve Social Behaviors in Psychiatrically Hospitalized Youth with Autism
January 17, 2019
Amazon Sponsors the Human Animal Bond Research Institute
January 16, 2019
New Research Studies to Dig Deeper into the Health Benefits of Companion Animals for Vulnerable Populations
December 21, 2018
Coalition Hails Passage of Legislation as Key Milestone in Protecting Victims of Domestic Violence and their Pets
December 7, 2018
Pet Partners Commits $100K to Support Therapy Animal Research
December 6, 2018
whiskerDocs Supports Human-Animal Bond Research
October 9, 2018
Embrace Pet Insurance Supports Human-Animal Bond Research
July 23, 2018
New Coalition to Support Legislation Protecting Victims of Domestic Violence and Their Pets
April 18, 2018
Treat Planet Supports Human-Animal Bond Research
February 8, 2018
Study Shows Service Dogs are Associated with Lower PTSD Symptoms Among War Veterans
January 16, 2018
HABRI Named Among the Best Animal Therapy Non-Profits of 2017
January 2, 2018
New Research Says Therapy Dogs Are OK!
December 6, 2017
With Announcement of 2017 Research Grants, Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) Hits $2 Million Level for Research Support
October 16, 2017
New Scientific Results: Asking Patients About Pets Enhances Patient Communication and Care
October 2, 2017
New Research to Investigate the Effect of Shelter Cat Adoption on Stress and Anxiety in Children with Autism
October 2, 2017
DC Stands for Dogs and Cats!
September 19, 2017
New Research to Study Impact of Therapy Dogs On Stress and Academic Performance in Children with Autism
May 30, 2017
IDEXX Supports Human-Animal Bond Research
March 1, 2017
Pet Food Institute Supports Human-Animal Bond Research
December 12, 2016
New Study to Examine Social, Behavioral and Academic Effects of Pets in the Classroom
November 28, 2016
New Study to Explore the Connection Between Human and Pet Health
November 14, 2016
Email Reminder + Dog = Increased Physical Activity
October 25, 2016
Human Animal Bond Research Initiative Awards Grant for New Study to Examine Therapy Dog Impact on Pediatric Echocardiograms
October 13, 2016
New Research to Study Whether Therapy Dogs Can Lower Dose of Sedation in Children Undergoing Surgery
September 8, 2016
Survey Shows Health Benefits of Pets Linked to Improved Veterinary Care
February 25, 2016
PetSmart Joins HABRI Board of Trustees
January 18, 2016
Pet Partners and HABRI Join Forces to Promote Human-Animal Bond
December 14, 2015
Pet Ownership Saves $11.7 Billion in Health Care Costs
September 28, 2015
Human Animal Bond Research Initiative (HABRI) Announces 2015 Research Grants
September 21, 2015
New Study of Animal Assisted Interventions in Trauma Treatment Finds Reduced Depression, Anxiety and Post-traumatic Stress
September 9, 2015
New Study to Examine Benefits of Pets for Older Americans
August 19, 2015
Will Reading to Rabbits Improve Student Skills?
August 4, 2015
New Study to Examine Wellness Effects of Animals on Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
May 28, 2015
When Doctors Ask About Pets, Good Things Happen
February 6, 2015
American Veterinary Distributors Association Supports Human-Animal Bond Research and Education
October 27, 2014
New Survey Reveals 97% of Doctors Believe There Are Health Benefits to Owning a Pet
August 7, 2014
HABRI Awards Grant to Green Chimneys
